KSD News
Dear KSD Community,
On Monday, February 27 Kent Middle School experienced a power outage shortly after the start of the school day and a decision was made to keep school open using protocols designed to respond to a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). This was the District’s first attempt at using these practices in a real situation and the experience taught us quickly that additional considerations are needed when determining how to respond to a power outage.
Building trust and ongoing dialogue are two essential strategies needed to ensure we are working in partnership with our community. We take pride in cultivating strong, thoughtful relationships with our students, staff, families, and the broader Kentfield community.
In service of those principles, today, I shared this letter with our Kent parent/guardian community soliciting additional feedback to help further inform our response in emergency circumstances. We are continuing to gather information from all stakeholder groups in an effort to comprehensively review and refine our protocols in the best interest of students, staff, and parents/guardians. Once feedback has been received we will re-engage with our District Safety Committee to make additional adjustments and will update our school community accordingly.
We are learning quite a bit from how the day unfolded at Kent Middle School on February 27 and we are committed to doing better moving forward. Our community’s confidence in our district is invaluable and we are committed to maintaining a strong and healthy partnership.
With great respect,
Raquel Rose
Superintendent
rrose@kentfieldschools.org
District Announcements
Download a PDF of the Board-approved 2023-2024 District Calendar.
Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
- Kent Site Council meeting, 3:30- 4:30 p.m., Kent Room 11
- Family Partners meeting, 4-5 p.m.
- DELAC meeting, 5-6:30 p.m., Bacich Library
Friday, March 10, 2023
- Board Workshop, 12 p.m.
Monday, March 13, 2023
- Last day to order pizza for 8th Grade Graduation fundraiser. - Pizza Order Form. Order by noon.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
- School Board Meeting, 5-8 p.m., District Office
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
- Walk and Roll to School Day - flyers in English and Spanish
- Kent Pizza Fundraiser for 8th Grade Graduation - Pizza Order Form.
- Bacich ELAC meeting, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Bacich Room 7
- KIK Board meeting, 7-9 p.m., District Office
Friday, March 17, 2023
- Kent Principal Coffee, 8:45-10 a.m.
Next Board Workshop is on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 12 p.m.
Next Regular KSD School Board Meeting is on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 5 p.m.
Here is a link to where you can find the agenda once posted. Access to the meeting will be in person or via audio.
School Board Information: video recordings of meetings, community letters, minutes, trustee contacts
- All are welcome and encouraged to attend in person or via Zoom.
- Addressing the Board
KSD Board/District Committees
- DELAC meeting: March 7, 2023, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Equity and Inclusion Committee meeting: March 21, 4-5 p.m.
- LCAP Strategic Plan Advisory meeting: March 27, 4-5 p.m.
- If you are interested in joining a District Committee, please submit your name here.
When to Stay Home
California Department of Public Health encourages all students and staff to test for COVID-19 IF they feel sick; AFTER exposure, travel, or large gatherings; and BEFORE events or visiting high-risk people.
Please know that our school offices have COVID tests available if needed. Thank you for your support.
Please reference this exposure notice for information on symptoms, communicability, and prevention. (English I Spanish).
Please keep your child home if they are sick. It's not too late to get your flu vaccine. Please contact our school nurse Laurel Yrun (lyrun@kentfieldschools.org) with any questions you may have about how to navigate illness and school this year.
Important Medi-Cal Information
State Launches Campaign to Help Californians Keep Medi-Cal Coverage
During the COVID-19 pandemic, federal rules prohibited states from disenrolling anyone from Medicaid. This “continuous coverage” requirement allowed millions of Californians to keep Medi-Cal coverage during an unprecedented health crisis.
However, new federal legislation ends the continuous coverage requirement in March. Starting in April, California will have 14 months to resume normal renewal processes for all Medi-Cal enrollees. The Department of Health Care Services has launched a statewide campaign with a new landing page, www.dhcs.ca.gov/pages/keep-your-medi-cal.aspx.
Enrollees who have moved or changed their phone number or email since 2020 need to update their contact information with Medi-Cal so they don’t miss alerts or notices about their renewal. Medi-Cal beneficiaries should update their information today by contacting Marin HHS Public Assistance at: 1-877-410-8817 or visit www.benefitscal.com.
Learn more about the DHCS campaign and the end of the continuous coverage requirement.
Bacich Bears News
Dear Bacich Community,
What a fantastic week we just had! The 2023 Bacich Talent Show was a huge success. Our third and fourth grade participants were incredibly inspiring and quite talented. The third grade chorus concert was fantastic. The students were smiling, singing, and dancing. What a fun show to get to watch. Thank you to our students for their hard work and dedication. Thanks also to our parent community for supporting our enrichment programs.
2023 Field Trips
Bacich field trips are back in full swing! This year, the KIK foundation has volunteered to support field trips by covering some of the costs associated with some of these special experiential learning opportunities. We are grateful for this support, especially since we were unable to go on field trips during the COVID-19 pandemic and many of our students have never been on a school-sponsored trip. Some of our field trips do not have a cost associated with them, but we rely on and appreciate parent chaperones and drivers who help make these special days possible.
Please read on to learn about some of the special field trips happening this month!
First Grade Creekside Marsh Project-Based Learning Unit
Several years ago, two Bacich teachers created and developed a first grade science unit that utilizes the Creekside Marsh as the “classroom” to learn about animal and plant life. The “Creekside Marsh Unit” includes walking field trips to the marsh to learn about the plants and animals that live and thrive in the marsh. These walking field trips began this past week and will continue throughout the duration of the unit.
In addition to the walking field trips, WildCare will be visiting first grade classrooms to teach students more about the plants and animals that live in the marsh. This WildCare visit is fully funded by KIK!
Second Grade - Marin Headlands Field Trip
Our second graders visited the Marin Headlands this past week. The current second grade science unit is all about our changing earth. During this field trip, second grade students became geologists who were exploring the landforms present in the Marin Headlands that have been shaped over time. They lucked out on a beautiful sunny and warm day to participate in this real-life experience.
Second Grade - Farm Day
Second graders are also going to travel to the Marin County Farmers Market on “Farm Day.” This trip connects to their social studies unit on producers and consumers. KIK has supported this trip by providing each student with some spending money so that they can become consumers and shop at the market.
Fourth Grade - Marin Symphony
Bacich fourth graders will join fourth graders from all over Marin County when they attend the Marin Symphony day on March 20. Students will experience the thrill of a live orchestral performance!
All of our Bacich Bears are scheduled to participate in a field trip experiential learning opportunity prior to the end of the school year. Some grades have already been on a field trip earlier this year. The above list is meant to highlight some of the special opportunities happening during the month of March!
With gratitude,
Maria Martin
Bacich Principal
mmartin@kentfieldschools.org
Baseball Field Construction
Ross Valley Little League (RVLL), is funding and managing an improvement project of the majors' baseball field at the northwest corner of the Bacich field. The project includes the construction of two new enclosed dugouts with entry gates. The project also includes increasing the height of the baseball fence to prevent foul balls from being hit onto Sir Francis Drake Blvd. A new concrete pad for the bleachers and shed will be installed. RVLL has plans for similar improvements to the minors' field (the field closest to the main parking lot). The timing of the minors' project has not been finalized. Over the February mid-winter break (February 20 -24), the baseball field grass will be replaced.
All of the work is being completed by licensed and insured contractors and all workers have received clearance to work on-site during the school day. We do not anticipate much of an impact on our students during the course of this project. The route of the track has been slightly altered due to the temporary construction fencing. All construction vehicle traffic will occur outside of the school day. The project will be completed by March 10 at the latest, with RVLL opening day taking place on March 11.
These improvements, especially the new grass, will benefit all of our students. We appreciate the partnership with Ross Valley Little League and all they provide for our community.
Family Math Nights
The Marin County Office of Education is hosting “Family Math Nights” for parents and caregivers of children, ages birth to 6 years. The virtual sessions are facilitated by Lisa Kaplan Shaanan from Early Education Equity. Spanish translation provided. The Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before the session.
Please join us on one or more of the following sessions on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration Link
- March 9
- April 13
- May 11
- June 8
La Oficina de Educación del Condado de Marin está organizando "Noches Familiares de Matemáticas" para padres y cuidadores de niños, desde el nacimiento hasta los 6 años. Las sesiones virtuales son facilitadas por Lisa Kaplan Shaanan de Early Education Equity. Se ofrece traducción al español. El enlace de Zoom se le enviará por correo electrónico el día antes de la sesión.
Únase a nosotros en una o más de las siguientes sesiones los jueves de 6:30 p. m. a 7:30 p.m. Enlace de registro
- 9 de marzo
- 13 de abril
- 11 de mayo
- 8 de junio
TK / Kindergarten Registration Now Open
Universal Transition Kindergarten Information Session Slides - Spanish and English
- Incoming Kindergarten students will need to turn 5 years of age by September 1, 2023.
- Incoming Universal Transitional Kindergarten students will need to turn 5 years of age between September 2, 2023 and April 2, 2024.
Bacich Library
March is a busy month at the Bacich Library! Don't miss the new Bacich Library Book Buzz March blog for book recommendations about Hindu "Festival of Color" known as "Holi," Ramadan, St. Patrick's Day, and Women's History Month, and a very long list of suggested March book-related activities. Lessons during class visits will include introductions to the nominees for the 2023 California Young Reader Medal.
bacichlibrarybookbuzz.blogspot.com
Learn more about the library and search for books: sites.google.com/kentfieldschools.org/bacich-library
Susan Warnick
Bacich Librarian
swarnick@kentfieldschools.org
Upcoming Bacich Events
2022-2023 Bacich Bell Schedule
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
- Walk and Roll to School Day - flyers in English and Spanish
- Bacich ELAC meeting, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Bacich Room 7
Monday, March 20, 2023
- Bacich Principal Chat, 8:30-9:30 a.m., IDEA Studio
- Bacich Site Council meeting, 3:15-4:15 p.m.
Kent Falcons News
Dear Kent Middle School Families,
Recent Power Outage at Kent - After the start of school on Monday, February 27 we experienced an unexpected power outage at Kent due to complications from rain and wind that morning. We were hopeful that power would swiftly be restored at our school, as it had been following another outage the night before. Unfortunately, power was not able to be restored until close to the end of the school day, at 3:10 p.m.
Due to previous district planning for Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), we have a protocol to employ to keep school open without power, yet these strategies had not yet been implemented in real time. The decision was made to keep school open through the conclusion of the school day, and we attempted to run our typical school schedule following the procedures finalized through the PSPS planning. We quickly learned that these protocols lacked critical considerations. You have our commitment to address these gaps and to refine our safety plans going forward. The experience of working through this challenging day plus valuable community feedback provides us with crucial lessons to integrate into our Safety Plan.
- Weather Conditions - When determining if to keep school open without power, the district must consider weather conditions. Operating a school without heat during cold weather creates uncomfortable conditions for our students and staff.
- Communication Tools - When the power is out, communication tools like school clocks, the school bell, classroom telephones, the school loudspeaker, and teacher email do not function. We utilized walkie-talkies to communicate transition times to each classroom, yet learned these tools are insufficient for our communication needs during an uncertain time.
- Communication to Families - We neglected to provide timely communication to students’ families about the conditions at school. The lack of timely communications about the outage and irregular release of students created understandable confusion and concern amongst our community.
- Use of Personal Devices - Many students chose to contact families with their personal devices from school, asking to be checked out of school. This contributed to the communication challenges and the haphazard conditions around the school office in the afternoon.
At Kent, we take pride in the safe, orderly, and predictable school environment that we work to create for our students each day. On Monday, February 27 we were unable to meet the standards we have set for ourselves, and the expectations that our students and community hold for us. Our school and district administration sincerely apologize for the missteps that led to confusion and concern last Monday. We are committed to learning from this situation and adapting our safety protocols for improved communications and release procedures. Kent parents should use this link to provide feedback and recommendations related to the February 27 incident. We will engage in conversation and reflection with our students about their experiences at school this day as a part of our advisory class this Wednesday.
Judy Heumann - Many of you will recall the Kent All School Read text Rolling Warrior from our school-wide read and author visit with Judy Heumann in October 2022. Sadly, on Saturday we learned that ability rights advocate Judy Heumann passed away at age 75 due to complications with her breathing. Those of us that got to know and love Judy Heumann through reading her book and through her author visit to Kent in October are devastated by this news, and we know that many of you will be saddened as well. We are so thankful to have read her book together and to have experienced a wonderful day of learning and reflection by her side earlier this school year. Thank you, Judy Heumann, for your lasting legacy at our school and in our world.
Readathon - We are thrilled to announce our upcoming KSPTA Readathon, and the many ways we will be celebrating reading and our PTA at Kent! During the week of March 20th, we will run a special schedule that supports daily reading for pleasure for all students and staff. On Wednesday, March 22 we welcome world-renowned author Matt de la Pena for two author visits at our school. Many Kent Falcons have read his books, and many have participated in reading challenges last month and this month to read even more! Our Readathon schedule will include daily activities in the library including bookmark designing, book trivia, book chats, trivia Kahoot, and much much more! Thank you for your participation in the Kent Readathon and our KSPTA through your donation through 99Pledges. More information about how to get involved can be found on the Kentfield Schools Readathon Website. Much appreciation goes to our KSPTA for organizing this fun week of reading at our school!
Let’s have a positive and productive week ahead at Kent!
Grant Althouse
Kent Principal
galthouse@kentfieldschools.org
Kent Library News
Library Refresh!
During the February break our beloved library got a bit of a facelift thanks to an extremely generous KIK fund-a-need donation! Since I began working in the library, it has been my dream to open up our space to make it even more useful for our students and staff. Kent parents Ryan Barr, Sean Canon, and Laura Harrison generously donated their time and design expertise to bring this dream to life along with an incredible committee of students, staff, and parents. The result... well, come and see for yourself (or check out the pictures below) and let us know what you think! We have new paint, fresh carpet, and a fresh, open and more modern-looking space for our Falcons to enjoy with their classes and during break times. Many thanks to EVERYONE who helped this project come to life!!
Scholastic Book Fair Ahead!!
In preparation for the Kentfield Schools Readathon, we will be holding our first-ever Kent Scholastic Book Fair in the library during the week of March 13. The book fair will feature affordable paperback and hardcover books including titles by beloved authors such as Raina Telgemeier, Jeff Kinney, and Alan Gratz. There will also be fun school supplies and posters for sale. During this week, students can visit the book fair before school, during recess and lunch as well as after school on Wednesday. Students can pay using cash, Apple Pay, credit card, or you can use the convenient E-wallet feature to load money into your child's account. Details can be found here.
8th Grade Graduation Pizza Fundraiser
On Wednesday, March 15, we will have pizza for sale in front of the library after school that day to help raise funds for 8th grade graduation.
The cost is $5 for a slice of pizza and a cookie.
Pizza Order Form – Deadline to order: Monday, March 13 at noon!
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts!
Kent Basketball Playoffs
Tuesday, March 8 - 7th Grade Games @ KENT
- Kent Girls vs. Miller Creek 4 p.m.
- Kent Boys vs. Winner of Mark Day/Del Mar 5 p.m.
Wednesday, March 8 - 7th Grade Games @ KENT
- Kent Boys vs. Hall 4 p.m.
- 7th girls bye
Thursday, March 9 - 8th Grade Games @ KENT
- Kent Boys vs. Winner of Mt. Tam/Hall, 4 p.m.
- 8th girls bye
We are pleased to announce that Kent will field a golf team for the highly competitive Marin County Middle School Golf League. This is our only sport open to all students in 5th - 8th grades and both boys and girls are eligible to try out. The golf team is also our smallest team since the Marin golf league only allows for eight players per school for the entire year. The golf program is designed to help prepare students who have an interest in pursuing competitive golf in high school and beyond. Our 2022 team posted scores from 35 to to 45 for all matches played and the team took second out of the 12 schools in the league - WAY TO GO FALCONS!!!
To help manage expectations the following criteria must be met to try out for the team.
Students must:
- Own their own clubs
- Have completed level 3 (200 yards or more) or better for an opp 36 program or participated in annual Nike Golf Camps at Peacock Gap or elsewhere
- Have posted a 45 or under at McGinnis
- Formally sign up prior to the day of tryouts
Additional information:
- All matches will be played on Mondays with the first match being played on March 13 and the individual championship taking place in mid-late May
- Practices will be mandatory for all players and will be held Wednesday afternoons at McGuinnis
The Lion King Rehearsals
Rehearsals: Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the MP Room through April 5th
Performance Dates: April 5 & April 6
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
- Kent Site Council meeting, 3:30- 4:30 p.m., Kent Room 11
Monday, March 13, 2023
- Order pizza for the 8th Grade Graduation fundraiser –Pizza Order Form. Orders close at noon.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
- Pizza Fundraiser for 8th Grade Graduation - Pizza Order Form.
- Walk and Roll to School Day - flyers in English and Spanish
Friday, March 17, 2023
- Kent Principal Coffee, 8:45-10 a.m., Kent Library
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
- Kent ELAC meeting, 4:45-6 p.m. (note date change)
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
- Kent Full Day - Special Schedule - 3:28 p.m. dismissal
Thursday, March 30, 2023
- Kent Open House
Friday, March 31, 2023
- Kent Early Release - Special Schedule - 1:13 p.m. dismissal
KIK News
KIK $1M ANNUAL GOAL — UPDATE
We have reached over 80% of our annual $1M fundraising goal. Thank you to all of the families who have donated so far this school year. If you have not donated yet, we are counting on your support to reach our goal. Our annual $1M commitment goes directly into the school district's budget to fund crucial programs for our kids (PE, Art, Music, Library, Drama, and more). Let's KIK this together!
- DONATE NOW
- How much should I donate?
- $1M Annual Fundraising Status: $842,222 (net) to date / $1M GOAL
- Thank you to the 329 Family Giving Donors to date who are committed to our students and the programs they love! Can we add your name to this list?
- Learn how KIK Invests in Kids
BE A ROCKSTAR!
DONATE AUCTION ITEMS!
It’s soooo easy to donate to the Spring Auction!
- BUY any of the items on the wishlist
- DONATE - contact Janine Spaulding at (415) 706-2289 to gift your item. THANK YOU!
2. Do you have a home that you Airbnb or VRBO?
- Donate a weekend or a week's stay!
- Contact Allyson Peracca at (415) 686-1410 to donate today!
3. Check out the complete auction list
- Contact Allyson Peracca or Janine Spaulding to gift your item.
The KIK “SCHOOL OF ROCK” Spring Auction benefits all KSD students and enrichment programs.
ONLINE AUCTION: April 27 - May 4
PARTY + LIVE AUCTION: Bimbo’s 365 in San Francisco; Saturday, May 6 ~ Stay tuned for party details.
KIK BUSINESS PARTNERS
The Village at Corte Madera - Prom Boutique
Join The Village at Corte Madera in supporting Redwood High School’s 2023 Prom Event!
Donate your gently worn gowns, shoes, jewelry and accessories. These items will be styled and available to all Redwood High School students free of charge in The Village’s “Prom Boutique”! Help us to make this special event accessible and affordable for everyone.
This is a great way to partner with our local schools and give back to the community😊
For donations please contact: Christine.miller@macerich.com or call 415.924.8588.
KIK CALENDAR
SPRING AUCTION
MAR 15 - Deadline to Receive Auction Donations
APR 27 - MAY 4 - KIK School of Rock Online Auction
MAY 06 - Save the Date - School of Rock
KIK Spring Auction Event, Party at Bimbo’s 365 featuring Notorious
CONCERTS + LION KING
APR 05 - Lion King Performance
APR 06 - Lion King Performance
APR 20 - 2nd Grade Family Concert - 6:30PM
MAY 11 - 1st Grade Family Concert - 6:30PM
MAY 25 - Kindergarten Family Concert - 8:30AM
DINE & DONATE
ORDER EVERY TUESDAY - $50 Dine & Donate
Left Bank KIK Family Meals — 20% of proceeds go to KIK. Opt in for a weekly order reminder.
- MAR 07 - TBD
CONNECT WITH KIK
Love us and Follow us! Get the latest KIK updates!
For Installments or Matching Gifts, Print Donor Form in English and Spanish.
KSPTA News
Learn more at kspta.org
Next Meeting: April 7, 2023 from 8:30-10:30 a.m., Bacich (coffee social during the first 15 minutes)
Kentfield Schools Readathon Fundraiser Launches March 5th
The Second Annual district-wide Readathon is officially here! The KSPTA Readathon is a fundraiser that encourages our children's love of reading and books while also raising money for the KSPTA.
Fundraising
An email will be sent from 99 Pledges with your student's customized fundraising webpage. You can send this to friends, family, neighbors; or whoever you want to sponsor your child! Hard-copy donation forms were also sent home in last week's Friday Folders. If you choose to use hard-copy forms, the form and money should be turned into the school office by Friday, March 24. Flat donations and per-minute read pledges will be accepted.
When is the actual Readathon?
At Bacich, the Readathon will take place on Wednesday, March 22. The day will be filled with a special assembly, author visits, buddy reading, bookmark making, and so much more. At Kent, Readathon activities will take place throughout the week of March 20 with school-wide events taking place on Wednesday, March 22.
Angel Donors
We are happy to offer our Angel Donor program again this year for students who need help with donations. Please email angeldonor@kspta.org to let us know about a student that could benefit from the Angel Donor Fund. Want to be an Angel Donor? It's easy, click here.
If you love to read and want to get involved? Please email readathon@kspta.org.
First Annual Bookmark Design Contest!
We are launching our first-ever bookmark design contest! The contest is open to all students and you may enter as many times as you would like.
Starting today, forms will be available in your student's classroom or can be downloaded here. We can’t wait to see your original designs celebrating reading!
Save the Date!
Please join the KSPTA on Thursday, April 27 at International Orange for an evening of shopping, light bites, and prizes! More info and tickets to come! Proceeds will benefit the KSPTA.
Special Education Advisory Committee Parent Workshops
The Marin County SELPA Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is hosting several different workshops for parents in the new year. All workshops are free, translation services are available upon request, and registration is required.
Procedural Safeguards and Parent Rights
An online workshop designed for parents to learn more about their child’s rights and the protections in place under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). An opportunity for questions and answers will be provided at the end of the session.
- March 7, 2023, from 6-7:30 p.m.
- Register for HERE
March 9, 7-8:15 p.m. PST
Voice Lessons for Parents: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Listen with Wendy Mogel
Dr. Wendy Mogel is a practicing clinical psychologist, New York Times best-selling author, and international public speaker. She serves on the scientific advisory board of Parents Magazine and is a frequent guest expert on national media. She weighs in issues of the day—from talking to kids about death to embracing the chaos of messy rooms—and on the topic for which she is best known: the protection and promotion of self-reliance, resilience, accountability, and exuberance. Her latest book is Voice Lessons for Parents: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Listen.
Sponsored by The Vera and Harold Stein Lecture Series on Advancing Children’s Mental Health with The Center for Children and Youth.
Register Now: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents with Dr. Lisa Damour
March 29, 2023, 7 p.m. PST
Marin County Office of Education Office, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael
- In-person attendees are encouraged to register early.
- Zoom option available.
- View Flyer in English and Spanish.
Recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association, Dr. Lisa Damour co-hosts the Ask Lisa podcast, writes about adolescents for the New York Times, appears as a regular contributor to CBS News, and works in collaboration with UNICEF. She is the author of two New York Times bestsellers, Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood and Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls, and the soon-to-be-published book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents.
- Addresses the fact that adolescent mental health isn't about feeling good, calm, or relaxed, but about having the right feelings at the right times, and knowing how to manage those feelings effectively
- Offers guidance to adults on how to help teens open up, and how to keep teens from being overwhelmed by their emotions or feeling at the mercy of their moods
- Provides concrete strategies for dealing with teens’ arguments, risk-taking, emerging romantic lives, friendships, social media, and more
Sponsored by the KSPTA and the Marin County of Education
Back by popular demand, the Marin County Office of Education is hosting “Top TIPS for Supporting Kids in Times of Uncertainty and Stress” with author and national speaker Julie Kurtz. Her expertise in training on trauma and resilience promotes the concept of optimal brain integration maximizing the growth of our best selves.
Please join us on one or both of the following sessions:
- Birth to age 6 | March 2, March 9 & March 23, 2023, 6-7 p.m. Registration Link | Session in English
- Elementary School Age | March 14, 2023, 6-7:30 p.m.
- Middle/High School Age | March 21, 2023, 6-7:30 p.m.
Registration Link | Sessions in English with simultaneous Spanish interpretation.
SPANISH:
Regreso por demanda popular, la Oficina de Educación del Condado de Marin está recibiendo “CONSEJOS para apoyar a los Niños en tiempos de Incertidumbre y Estrés” con la autora y oradora nacional Julie Kurtz. Su experiencia en entrenamiento en trauma y resiliencia promueve el concepto de integración cerebral óptima que maximiza el crecimiento de nuestros mejores seres.
Por favor únase a nosotros en una o ambas de las siguientes sesiones:
- Edad nacimiento a 6 años | 28 de febrero, 7 de marzo y 28 de marzo de 2023, 6-7 p.m. Enlace de registro | sesión en español
- Edad de la Escuela Primaria | 14 de marzo de 2023, 6-7:30 p.m.
- Edad de la Escuela Intermedia / Secundaria | 21 de marzo de 2023, 6-7:30 p.m.
Enlace de registro | Sesiones en Inglés con interpretación simultánea al Español.
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Community News
Information, events, and news provided in our newsletter's "Community News" is offered as service to our community, and are not sponsored by the Kentfield School District. Placement does not represent an endorsement.
Free Overdose Reversal Training
The first monthly OD Free Narcan overdose (OD) reversal training is on Tuesday, March 7, 12-12:30 p.m., at the Marin Health and Wellness Campus. Learn how to use Narcan and pick up a free kit.
Registration is required: HERE. And see flyer HERE for additional information, including address.
Questions? email info@odfreemarin.org. Thank you for helping us reverse the rising tide of overdoses in Marin.
Mariners Baseball Family Day
Saturday, March 18, 2022, 11 a.m., College of Marin
Pre and Post-Game Activities: Free food, games, Mariners meet and gree, and a dugout tour.
Open Mic Night: March 31
Friday, March 31, 2023, 5 p.m., Cup O'Karma
Students in the Marin Organizing for Racial Equity, a youth-based group dedicated to upholding equity in Marin are organizing an open mic night on March 31 at Cup O'Karma in San Rafael.
This is an opportunity for young people throughout the county to share music and poetry, and have a safe space for expression.
KidzToPros, an educational enrichment provider, is offering exciting and educational STEM, Arts, and Sports Summer Camps at Anthony G. Bacich Elementary for grades PreK-5 this year. We’d love for your children to join us!
Attached you’ll find a digital flyer with more information, including dates, grades, and more. To register, please follow this LINK. You’ll find numerous options to fit every child’s interests.
If you have any further questions, please email KidzToPros directly at contact@kidztopros.com.
Jewelry Making with Nikki
Larkspur Recreation is offering a jewelry-making class after school on Mondays at Bacich beginning March 6 for students in grades 2 - 4!
In this creative and fun class, we will use traditional and not-so-traditional materials to create unique jewelry! Students will be able to choose from a treasure of new and vintage beads and also learn to make their own using upcycled materials and other materials.
Designing Buildings & Building Confidence
Instructor: Molly Goecke, Architectural Designer is offering another session of The ArKIDecture Academy classes
The sky is the limit in this new session! In this 6-week course, students will have the opportunity to learn all about skyscrapers through drawings, collages, and construction. Each student will be the architect of their own projects, designing, and building in their own unique style. Class interaction, sharing of ideas, and team collaboration are encouraged throughout the sessions. All levels are welcome!
1st & 2nd Grade ArKIDects:
- SESSION 1: Tuesdays, February 28 through April 4, 3-3:45 p.m.
- SESSION 2: Thursdays, March 1 through April 6, 4-4:45 p.m.
3rd & 4th Grade ArKIDects:
- SESSION 3: Thursdays, March 1 through April 6, 3-3:45 p.m.
To Enroll: Email - mollygoecke@gmail.com
Cost - $175
Opportunities
Homework Helpers: Multi-subject support for grades 3-10.
Drop in for FREE help from local high school students! Every Saturday at the Corte Madera Library from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Please visit this link to sign up for when and what you need help with!
Homework Helpers: Multi-temas de support para grados 3-10.
¡Entra para recibir ayuda GRATIS de estudiantes secundarios locales! Cada Sábado en la biblioteca Corte Madera de 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Por favor visita este enlace para registrarse paracuando y para qué necesita ayuda.
Weekly Crafternoons and a once-monthly Lego Club: Thursdays 3:30 p.m. for ages 5-12.
Crisis Text Support Line
Marin County is offering our youth another means of confidential mental health support through a crisis text line that is available 24/7.
Text MARIN to 741741 for Support that Cares.
Marin Health Hubs
Health hubs, provides free and bilingual services such as food distribution, nutrition education, health screenings, and information about community organizations. Everyone is welcome to attend the health hubs food pantry and to help us run it!
Parent & Youth.Helpline
This free helpline provides free trauma-informed, evidenced-based emotional support to parents, children and youth in any language via calls, text, live chat, and email.
- Available 7 days a week from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Parents can join a Weekly Online Support Group through the website: caparentyouthhelpline.org.
- Helpline #: 855-427-2736